Topsfield, MA Radon Levels
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Topsfield, MA Radon Facts
Topsfield in Essex County shows concerning radon levels with an average reading of 7.5 pCi/L that significantly exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. Located in the Boston Metro area (zip code 01983), this historic New England community sits on glacial deposits over granite bedrock that create favorable conditions for radon gas migration. Homes built in the colonial and Victorian eras often feature stone foundations and root cellars that can trap radon gas effectively.
Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Topsfield, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Topsfield, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Topsfield area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Topsfield, MA | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
| 9 pCi/L | Topsfield, MA | 51-99 Years | No Basement/All Slab |
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Radon Readings Near Topsfield, MA
Compare radon levels in Topsfield with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boxford | 4.1 mi | 6.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Middleton | 4.6 mi | 5.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Danvers | 5.0 mi | 3.75 pCi/L | 4 |
| Rowley | 5.4 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Georgetown | 6.2 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Beverly | 6.7 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Peabody | 7.6 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| North Reading | 8.5 mi | 13.50 pCi/L | 2 |
Essex County Radon Profile
Essex County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 25 cities in Essex County average 6.63 pCi/L across 43 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Essex County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.